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- Laundry is a necessary chore that is much more difficult when tough stains are involved.
- We tested several stain removers to see which ones did the best job with tough stains.
- OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover is our top pick because it is safe to use on all white and color clothes, delivers excellent stain removal, and is gentle on fabrics.
Laundry isn't usually on the top of our list of fun activities and no one wants to have to rewash things that don't come clean the first time. The start of a successful laundry routine happens when you choose the right detergent, but even the best of the best detergent can't remove every stain. That's why we need to keep stain removers on hand.
I've been testing products for companies, agencies, and publications for many years as a laundry and housekeeping professional. When it comes to laundry stain removers, I am always looking for ones that are simple to use and produce the best results.
Unfortunately, there is not a single product that can remove every stain on every fabric. Some stains, like Sharpie permanent ink, are simply impossible to remove. But, after testing and reviewing dozens of brands, I can recommend that you keep these five stain removers on hand. You'll be glad you have them on laundry day.
Here are the best stain removers you can buy:
- Best stain remover overall: OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover
- Best stain remover on a budget: Fels Naptha Laundry Bar Soap
- Best eco-friendly stain remover: Earth Friendly Stain and Odor Remover Spray
- Best stain remover for dry clean only clothes: K2R Spot Remover
- Best stain remover on the go: Tide to go
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